Remove everything that would obstruct access to the attic and the crawl space.

Remove excess items from the attic and crawl space – so the inspector can move around freely.

Move cars out of the garage.

Remove everything from the tub, shower, and kitchen sink. Then remove everything from under the bathroom and kitchen sinks. Remove items sitting on top of the toilet tank lid.

Empty the dishwasher. If the kitchen range and the washer and dryer are staying with the house, empty them as well.

Replace any burned out light bulbs.

Have all keys and codes available so the inspector will have easy access to all areas both inside and outside the house.

Take your pets out of the house or put them in kennel cages during the Los Angeles home inspection.

Trim shrubbery and other plants away from hose bibs, dryer vents, the air conditioner, and outdoor lighting and electrical outlets.

Turn off your computer! (The inspector may be turning power off and on – and you don’t want to lose any data because of a power loss.)

And… If you’ve already moved out:

Be sure that the utilities are turned on and that all pilot lights are lit and burning.

If your appliances uses propane or fuel oil, be sure the tanks hold enough fuel to keep things running during the Los Angeles home inspection.

Creating easy access for the inspector means your home will be inspected thoroughly, so your buyers won’t be left with doubts that could cause them to withdraw their offer.

Are you considering a move in the near future? Powerhouse Real Estate is here to help you before, during, and after the process. Darryl has prepared an e-book “Home Seller’s Guide to Money Making Fix-Ups” that we would like to offer you or anyone you know.

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